--- product_id: 253334946 title: "Bob Books - Set 1: Beginning Readers Box Set Phonics, Ages 4 And Up, Kindergarten (Stage 1: Starting To Read)" price: "β‚±3357" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/253334946-bob-books-set-1-beginning-readers-box-set-phonics-ages store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # 35+ years trusted legacy 12 beginner-friendly books Phonics-based 2-3 letter words Bob Books - Set 1: Beginning Readers Box Set Phonics, Ages 4 And Up, Kindergarten (Stage 1: Starting To Read) **Price:** β‚±3357 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ“– Unlock your child’s reading superpower with Bob Books! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Bob Books - Set 1: Beginning Readers Box Set Phonics, Ages 4 And Up, Kindergarten (Stage 1: Starting To Read) - **How much does it cost?** β‚±3357 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/253334946-bob-books-set-1-beginning-readers-box-set-phonics-ages) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Compact & Kid-Friendly:** Lightweight, perfectly sized books (4.25" x 5.5") that fit little hands and busy schedules. - β€’ **Phonics-First Approach:** Only simple letters (M, A, T, S) used initially to ensure kids sound out every word. - β€’ **Award-Winning & Trusted:** America’s #1 early reader series with 40+ years of proven success and 21,987 glowing reviews. - β€’ **Start Reading Confidently:** 12 easy-to-read books designed for ages 4+ to build foundational phonics skills. - β€’ **Progressive Learning Curve:** Gradual introduction of letters and limited sight words to avoid overwhelm. ## Overview Bob Books Set 1 is a phonics-based beginner reading box set featuring 12 compact books with simple 2-3 letter words, designed for children aged 4 and up. Trusted for over 35 years and highly rated by thousands of parents, this award-winning series uses a gradual letter introduction to build confidence and early literacy skills, making it the perfect launchpad for young readers. ## Description Award-Winning Bob Books for Every Stage of Early Reading Box Set: 12 Books Ages: 3 to 5 Stage 1: Starting to Read Many early readers contain words that are too difficult for a child who has just learned the sounds of the alphabet. Not these books! Using only the letters M, A, T and S, children can read their first book. Kids love the stories and funny pictures, and can't wait to read them to everybody they know. This is our bestselling first reader, introduced 35 years ago and used by millions of children. If your child knows the alphabet, Bob Books Set 1 is the book to start them on the path to reading. Inside the box you'll find: 12 easy-to-read books, 12 pages each Consistent sounds. All letters (except Q) introduced gradually in this set. Books with only two and three letter words All words can be 'sounded out' (phonics based) Each book introduces a few new letters Limited sight words 7 to 20 words per book ABOUT BOBS BOOKS Bob Books is America's no.1, award-winning, learning-to-read series trusted for over 40 years. Bob Books is a true first reader series, designed to make helping children learn to read simple and straightforward. The clean layout, short words, and simple phonics make learning to read a fun and natural step for a child that knows the alphabet. Companion workbooks extend children's reading journey by allowing them to practice the skills learned in the books. Bob Books is designed to give young children the tools to cross from learning letters to reading words. The award-winning beginning reader book sets start slowly and progress from books with three letter words, to books with more than one sentence per page. By meeting children at the right level, parents are often amazed at how quickly their child is able to sound out words when reading their first Bob Book . Bob Books covers four reading stages... Pre-Readings Skills Recognize shapes, patterns, and other pre-reading skills Stage 1: Starting to Read From learning the alphabet to sounding out your first words Stage 2: Emerging Readers Sentences become longer and sight words are introduced Stage 3: Developing Readers Words and sentences become longer, and new rules are introduced Review: its good for 4-5 years old - it’s a nice but what I feel is a little bit difficult for the beginners like 2 to 3 years old the minimum age for this book to start with your child might be for four and a half or five years old. Review: Amazing books - I love these books. My 4 year old has started to read and these are super easy for sounding out letters and making words come together. ## Features - Weight - 0.6 - Depth - 5.50 - Width - 4.25 - Height - 0.13 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #179 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #12 in Children's Books on Reading & Writing #32 in Early Learning for Children | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 21,987 Reviews | ## Images ![Bob Books - Set 1: Beginning Readers Box Set Phonics, Ages 4 And Up, Kindergarten (Stage 1: Starting To Read) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81fzRCr2D-L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ its good for 4-5 years old *by M***D on 8 October 2022* it’s a nice but what I feel is a little bit difficult for the beginners like 2 to 3 years old the minimum age for this book to start with your child might be for four and a half or five years old. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing books *by J***S on 4 November 2025* I love these books. My 4 year old has started to read and these are super easy for sounding out letters and making words come together. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Prints *by M***A on 20 January 2024* Good book for beginner I used to practice my toddler ## Frequently Bought Together - Bob Books - Set 1: Beginning Readers Box Set | Phonics, Ages 4 and up, Kindergarten (Stage 1: Starting to Read) - Learn to Read Activity Book: 101 Fun Phonics Lessons to Teach Your Child to Read (Phonics Makes Readers) - First Little Readers Parent Pack: Guided Reading Level A: 25 Irresistible Books That Are Just the Right Level for Beginning Readers --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/253334946-bob-books-set-1-beginning-readers-box-set-phonics-ages](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/253334946-bob-books-set-1-beginning-readers-box-set-phonics-ages) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-07-27*